If you’re hospitalized at CGH Medical Center, your care may be directed by a hospitalist—a physician whose sole responsibility is the care of hospitalized patients, from the time they are admitted until the time they are discharged.

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The hospitalist program was implemented in January of 2008.  Our hospitalists include Drs. Michael Christensen, Arvydas Urbonas, Nadia Mustafa, Nancy Tran and James Hejmanowski.  “These physicians have the skills and expertise needed to meet the unique needs of hospitalized patients and their loved ones,” said Ed  Andersen, CEO. “Plus, because your physician’s time isn’t consumed with morning and evening rounds, as  well as emergencies at the hospital, he or she can spend more time with you and other patients at their regular office practice.”

Patient Advantages For patients, being treated by a hospitalist offers many advantages:

●  Availability—Because hospitalists only treat people staying in the hospital, they are readily available to patients and family members. They can answer all your questions, and they are knowledgeable about services at CGH Medical Center.

●  Consistency—Hospitalists can help achieve a smooth, speedy recovery by following up on tests, adjusting treatments throughout the day as necessary, and serving as a centralized resource for information throughout your hospital stay.

●  Communication—The hospitalist keeps your primary care physician (PCP) up-to-date on any changes in your condition. Your PCP can contact the hospitalist at any time during your stay to learn about your progress.

“The hospitalist program reduces the length of your hospital stay, while delivering more personalized and  family-centered care,” said Andersen. “We are excited to offer this service. It’s just another way we’re  improving the quality of care you receive at CGH.”